Zelda Titles Receive Post-Launch Updates on Switch 2
Nintendo Addresses Minor Issues in Updated Versions
Players diving into the newly released Switch 2 editions of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild are receiving refinements through recent post-launch updates. Nintendo has implemented fixes aimed at enhancing the overall gaming experience and correcting textual inconsistencies.
Update Details Released
The updates, version 1.4.1 for Tears of the Kingdom and 1.8.1 for Breath of the Wild, were deployed on June 12th, 2025. According to Nintendo’s support page, the primary changes involve revisions to Portuguese (Brazil) text and general improvements to gameplay.
Tears of the Kingdom – Ver 1.4.1
- Portuguese (Brazil) text has been revised.
- Several other issues have been addressed to improve the gameplay experience.
Breath of the Wild – Ver. 1.8.1
- Portuguese (Brazil) text has been revised.
- Several other issues have been addressed to improve the gameplay experience.
These updates apply to all versions of the games, whether played directly on the Switch 2, upgraded from the original Switch, or accessed through a Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription. The global gaming market generated $184.7 billion in revenue in 2023, demonstrating the continued demand for quality gaming experiences like these Zelda titles. (Statista)
Switch 2 Enhancements
For those upgrading to the Switch 2, these Zelda adventures benefit from improved frame rates, higher resolution visuals, and faster loading times. Players can choose to purchase the games individually or as part of a bundle.
These Zelda updates follow recent releases for other Nintendo titles, including Version 10.0.0 of Splatoon 3 and a wave of upgrades for multiple first-party Switch games last week.
Nintendo continues to refine the experience for players on its latest hardware, ensuring a polished and immersive adventure in Hyrule. Further details on these updates can be found on Nintendo’s official support website.
[source en-americas-support.nintendo.com]
